American Sign Language

Make a real difference in the lives of Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals by making American Sign Language your area of expertise.

Communication and Languages

2 Certificate, Degree, and Learning Options

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About American Sign Language

American Sign Language (ASL) is more than just a language — it's a powerful way to connect and build community. At Delta College, our ASL program offers an immersive experience for students who want to learn to communicate fluently with and serve members of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

With an Associate Degree in Arts in ASL, you'll be on the pathway to a career as an interpreter or teacher of the Deaf. With a double major you may also qualify for bilingual pay in many workplaces, and the ability to communicate at a paraprofessional level. A certificate is also available.

You'll benefit from a flexible schedule of classes including mornings and evenings, and in-person, online, and hybrid.

Learning Outcomes

  • Expressive ASL fluency
  • Receptive ASL fluency
  • Grammatical accuracy
  • Cultural awareness
  • Clear communication
  • Nonverbal expression
  • ASL comprehension
  • Cultural sensitivity
Interests and Skills Match

Finding the right program starts with knowing what you enjoy—if these skills and interests sound like you, you might enjoy studying American Sign Language

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Certificate, Degree and Other Learning Options

American Sign Language Certificate of Achievement

The American Sign Language (ASL) certificate provides students with fluency in working with deaf persons. The ASL certificate is a two-year program of study of a second language that prepares students to communicate at a paraprofessional level. The program satisfies the majority of lower division transfer course work by establishing ASL fluency for students planning to transfer to an ASL interpreting program or Deaf Studies program.

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Certificate of Achievement
24 Units
Online Eligible

American Sign Language, AA

Upon successful completion of the American Sign Language (ASL) Associate in Arts degree, the student will demonstrate language fluency, as well as cultural knowledge of ASL and the Deaf. The program satisfies the majority of lower division transfer course work by establishing ASL fluency for students planning to transfer to an ASL interpreting, Deaf Education or Deaf Studies program. It is highly recommended that students see a Counselor or ASSIST.org for information regarding transfer requirements for this major at specific universities.

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Associate Degree
60 Units
Online Eligible
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